Heres how to get started.
Freelancing
Have a talent forwriting,proofreading, editing, graphic design, website development or social media management?
it’s possible for you to usefreelance websiteslike Upwork and Fiverr to find clients and work from anywhere.
Ready to start freelancing? Here’show to build your freelancing resume.
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
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Bookkeeper
Love a good spreadsheet?
Consider becoming a bookkeeper.
You dont have to be an accountant or good at calculus to be successful at bookkeeping.
Plus, you’re free to set your own schedule.
As long as youre motivated, a company called Bookkeepers.com will teach you everything you gotta know.
A virtual assistant is someone who provides administrative or technical support to clients remotely.
However, creating and growing a blog can be very time-consuming.
you’re gonna wanna consistently write high-quality posts and market your blog to build a following.
Consulting
Consultants are often paid hourly or on a project basis for their expertise in a particular area.
But consulting requires more than just expertise.
You also need to market yourself and effectively communicate your recommendations to clients.
These sites let you set your own rates, message directly with potential customers and customize your profile.
Pet sitting isnt the only option.
You could start adog walking businessor even justrent your yard to a dog.
(Yes, thats a thing!)
A lot ofvintage itemscan sell for big bucks on websites like eBay, too.
Try your hand at stamps, collectible books, coins, action figures, sports memorabilia ordishes.
To find clients, it’s possible for you to advertise your services on websites like Upwork or Freelancer.
it’s possible for you to also create your own website to showcase your skills and attract potential clients.
Transcriptionist
Transcriptionists are people who transcribe audio or video recordings into text.
Youll need stellar listening skills and an excellent command of the language youre working in tobecome a transcriptionist.
To get started, you’ve got the option to create a profile on websites likeTranscribeMeorRev.
Beginners who do general online transcription may only earn about $10 an hour.
Online Tutor
Tutoring online can be a nice side gig for current or former teachers.
after you grab your certification, you could start marketing your services to potential clients.
Photography
For a hobbyist photographer to turn pro, it only takes one paid gig.
Wedding photography in particular can be a very profitable side business.
To get started, all you need is a decent camera and some editing software.
Professional Organizer
Are you organized and detail-oriented?
If so, becoming a professional organizer might be the part-time business for you.
Its not as easy as just listing a room and watching the cash roll in.
Before youstart an Airbnbbusiness, ensure you understand the time commitment and calculate your own potential return on investment.
Rachel Christian is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance and a senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.
She focuses on retirement, small businesses, investing and taxes.
(Can you sense my millennial sarcasm there?)
You know which ones were talking about: rent, utilities, cell phone bill, insurance, groceries…
